Airwave Network Engineer
£46,674 -£52,389
08/04/2024, 12:00
Airwave Network Engineer
Leek Wootton
Permanent Contract
Full Time
Salary £46,674 - £52,389
The closing date for this post is 12 noon on Monday 8th April 2024
Those currently eligible on the redeployment register will be given prior consideration.
As a key role in the Strategy and Architectural team based in Digital Services function, this role is responsible for the efficient and effective build, maintenance of the Airwave network infrastructure (virtual or physical) to ensure the needs of Warwickshire Police are met.
The role will assist in creating a culture of perpetual challenge and continuous improvement in the delivery of internal and third-party services.
Main Responsibilities:
Support and maintain the forces Airwave network infrastructure with it be the day-to-day operational running or during the planning, design, development and documentation of new technical solutions.
Support and maintain the forces Fixed & Mobile network infrastructure (WAN/LAN/WIFI/Cellular) with it be the day-to-day operational running or during the planning, design, development and documentation of new technical solutions.
To undertake the role of Airwave subject matter expert (With a view to becoming one of the forces Airwave Crypto Custodians), providing technical support assurance and guidance in designated area, working unsupervised on infrastructure, Airwave configuration and security tasks meeting required service levels and complying with Digital Service directorate procedures.
To ensure that the network meets all the relevant industry/national /legislative /compliance standards and demonstrates consistency of implementation.
Evaluate new communication and electronic equipment and ancillaries, making recommendations for improvement where appropriate.
To take responsibility for understanding business requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and recommending options.
To deliver an environment of continuous improvement and innovation in respect of the Airwave architecture and ensure that emerging technology and new initiatives are fully evaluated, and relevant proposals are proactively driven through the technical architect practice.
Design the installation of specialist radio and related equipment into vehicles, providing 3rd line support for problems and faults related to these installations.
To ensure the network meets the business requirements and digital strategy, leveraging industry standard as much as possible. Identifying risks and providing mitigations options for these to the Architecture & Service Delivery team.
To represent effectively and promote the reputation and values of Warwickshire Police and the Digital Services Directorate at various meetings and groups both internally and externally, including the development of appropriate and constructive partnerships with relevant organisations and areas of both forces.
To be commercially astute on design, perpetually focussed on the 'service vs cost’ balance and take personal ownership, fully understanding and acting upon situations that require the pursuit of purpose over process.
To build and maintain relationships with the Managed Service Provider and other suppliers (including police forces with whom we collaborate) with a stake in our reporting solutions.
Knowledge:
Essential:
Significant knowledge of electronic and engineering solutions
Significant knowledge of vehicle electronics and associated industry regulations
Working knowledge of analogue and digital voice communication systems and networks
Knowledge of health and safety issues when working with electrical / mechanical equipment
Desirable:
Knowledge of Cisco, Avaya telephony, Azure, AWS, zScaler, SolarWinds and sentinel gained through experience in similar size organisations.
Knowledge of network Monitoring & Management alongside Supplier Management experience
Knowledge of SD Wan, VLAN Azure vWan
Knowledge of Static and Dynamic routing
Successful in applying industry best practice with a knowledge of ISO 20000 (Service Management) and ITSM
Authoring of Technical Design documents and Service artefacts
Experience:
Significant experience working in communications or electronics environment
Experience in the design, installation and fault fixing of in-vehicle solutions, including radio, ANPR, mobile data, speed and tracking devices and recording devices.
Practical experience in the installation, repair, modification & development of electronic systems and sub-assemblies to various vehicle types
Able to apply a wide range of specialised test equipment in fault diagnostics and parameter programming.
Experience of evaluating and specifying technical equipment to meet required standards
Key Skills:
Good communication skills with the ability to communicate well at all levels
Ability to work on own initiative
Analytical approach to challenges or complex requests
Excellent fault fixing and problem-solving skills
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to work to tight deadlines and changing priorities
Ability to quickly absorb information and understand new systems and processes.
Demonstrate a practical and flexible approach to problem solving a variety of electrical/mechanical equipment.
Special Conditions:
Regular travel throughout Warwickshire Police area
Frequent Physical Effort required.
Occasional work outdoors in all weathers.
We want our organisation to be as diverse as the community it serves. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.
You will be required as part of Warwickshire Police recruitment process to successfully complete vetting and credit checks.
We support the “Happy to talk flexible working” campaign, which aims to encourage uptake of flexible working for individuals, the flexible working options that may be considered for this role include;
Remote Working
Why work for Warwickshire Police?
Warwickshire Police has gained a reputation as a pioneering and innovative force, responsible for policing a large diverse, multi-cultural population.
If you are looking for a fresh challenge which offers a genuine opportunity to make a real difference to people’s lives, variety and the chance to broaden your experience, then Warwickshire Police is the force for you.
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Warwickshire Police are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion.
We are working hard to increase diversity and inclusion within the Constabulary, where communities are under-represented, including those from minority ethnicity communities, people of all ages, abilities, faiths, religions and gender, LGBTQ+ communities and those from other disadvantaged or marginalised backgrounds, who share our values and wish to make a difference to the communities we serve.
All applications will be treated on merit, based on the evidence provided in your application and suitability for the role you have applied for.
Recruitment and Selection Policy
Internal applicants who are at risk of redundancy or in need of redeployment and pass the selection process, will be offered the role over the remaining internal and external applicants.
Police Barred and Advisory lists
Individuals placed on the Police Barred and Advisory lists will not be considered for employment by the police for a minimum of 5 years from the date of listing in the case of gross misconduct, or 3 years from the date of listing in the case of poor performance.
Vetting and safeguarding
Warwickshire Police are committed to safeguarding and operate safer recruitment processes, to ensure a police service that employees are proud to work for because they feel safe, valued and part of a happy and supportive work environment. All employees and volunteers therefore will be subject to background checks including vetting and references.
This vacancy is closed to applications.
